
Element Science is a San Francisco-based medical device and digital health company focused on developing life-saving wearable solutions to address the needs of high-risk cardiovascular patients. Their mission is to create a safer, healthier world by developing a next-generation wearable digital platform that combines human-centric engineering, sophisticated machine learning, and rigorous medical device standards to reduce death and hospitalization from heart disease. Their flagship product, Jewel®, is a revolutionary patch wearable cardioverter defibrillator offering 24/7 protection in a sleek, comfortable design. The company has secured FDA approval for Jewel® and it is currently commercially available in limited U.S. markets. Element Science was founded in 2011 by Uday Kumar, MD, who also founded iRhythm Technologies.

Element Science is a San Francisco-based medical device and digital health company focused on developing life-saving wearable solutions to address the needs of high-risk cardiovascular patients. Their mission is to create a safer, healthier world by developing a next-generation wearable digital platform that combines human-centric engineering, sophisticated machine learning, and rigorous medical device standards to reduce death and hospitalization from heart disease. Their flagship product, Jewel®, is a revolutionary patch wearable cardioverter defibrillator offering 24/7 protection in a sleek, comfortable design. The company has secured FDA approval for Jewel® and it is currently commercially available in limited U.S. markets. Element Science was founded in 2011 by Uday Kumar, MD, who also founded iRhythm Technologies.
Headquarters: San Francisco, CA
Founded: 2011
Flagship product: Jewel® patch wearable cardioverter defibrillator
Regulatory status: FDA approval (commercially available in limited U.S. markets); CE/UKCA marking reported
Total funding (reported): USD 183,100,000
Sudden cardiac arrest and high‑risk cardiovascular patient monitoring and protection.
2011
Medical Equipment Manufacturing
Most recent announced round (Mar 3, 2020); multiple investors reported
“Participation from institutional life‑science and venture investors including Deerfield, Qiming Venture Partners (and Qiming US), Cormorant Asset Management, Third Rock Ventures, Invus, Google Ventures, Prospect Venture Partners”
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Element Science, Inc. is a medical device and digital health company focused on developing solutions at the intersection of clinical-grade wearables, machine learning algorithms, and lifesaving therapies in order to address leading causes of death and hospitalization in patients with heart disease, primarily as they transition from the hospital-to-home. By putting the needs of patients and physicians first, our personalized digital devices, which are designed for function, comfort, and ease-of-use, aim to redefine the paradigm of care for these patients. Our first product, a wearable patch defibrillator, is initially targeted at treating the more than 500,000 patients in the US with an elevated temporary risk of potentially experiencing a lethal heart rhythm. Headquartered in San Francisco, our funders include Third Rock Ventures, Google Ventures, Deerfield Healthcare, Qiming Venture Partners USA, Cormorant Asset Management, and Invus Opportunities.
Summary Of Role
The is responsible for designing, implementing, and sustaining Element Science’s commercial training and development strategy for field teams — including Sales, Clinical, and Customer Success. This leader will build programs that ensure our commercial organization is fully equipped to communicate the value of our technology, deliver superior patient and clinician experiences, and operate with confidence, integrity, and clinical fluency.
This position requires deep experience in sales enablement, clinical education, and instructional design , as well as strong facilitation and program management skills. The ideal candidate is energized by building from the ground up and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment.
This role can be based in either our San Francisco or Redwood City office locations. We have a hybrid environment.
Responsibilities
At Element, you’ll help shape the future of cardiac care — bringing transformative technology to patients who need it most. You’ll be part of a mission-driven team that values innovation, integrity, and human impact as much as scientific excellence.
Commercial Training Strategy & Program Design
Instructional Design & Facilitation
Sales Enablement & Field Readiness
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership
Physical Demands
Qualifications
Benefits
Element Science offers a very competitive salary and benefits package including, but not limited to:
The salary for this exempt-level position will be based on experience and qualifications within an established pay range.
Element Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. We are not able to sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job.
At this time, we are unable to offer relocation assistance at Element Science.